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Mobilizing a mass HIV counseling and testing program in Chautauqua County
E L Berberian1, S J Klein, A L Richardson-Moore
1Division of HIV Prevention, New York State Department of Health, Albany 12237, USA.
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice : JPHMP
|November 11, 1999
Summary
New York State
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Disease Control
Background:
- An HIV-infected individual's name release in Chautauqua County led to a surge in testing demand.
- This event prompted an urgent public health response to address potential HIV transmission.
- The situation highlighted the need for robust HIV counseling and testing services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review New York State's emergency response to increased HIV testing needs.
- To identify key elements in managing public health crises related to HIV.
- To provide insights for other jurisdictions facing similar emergencies.
Main Methods:
- Mobilization of the New York State Department of Health's Anonymous HIV Counseling and Testing Program staff.
- Assistance provided to Chautauqua County Department of Health to meet demand.
- Review of the state's response strategies and their effectiveness.
Main Results:
- Successfully met the unprecedented demand for HIV counseling and testing.
- Demonstrated effective inter-jurisdictional collaboration during a public health emergency.
- Provided essential services to a community facing an HIV outbreak scare.
Conclusions:
- New York's response offers a model for managing public health emergencies involving HIV.
- Effective resource mobilization and inter-agency cooperation are crucial.
- Preparedness is key for jurisdictions to handle similar future public health crises.
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